BTEC Level 1/Level 2 Tech Award

Effective Digital Working Practices

Effective Digital Working Practices is the examined component of the BTEC Tech Award in Digital Information Technology (DIT). It covers how modern organisations use digital systems to communicate, collaborate, and operate — and the responsibilities that come with that.

Topics include digital communication and collaboration tools, flexible and inclusive working, cyber security, data regulation, and the ethical considerations organisations face when operating digitally. You'll develop the ability to analyse real-world digital scenarios and make reasoned judgements about the systems involved.

This is the component assessed by external examination, so thorough revision is essential.

Course Journey

1. Modern Technologies

Communication Technologies Features and Uses of Cloud Storage Features and Uses of Cloud Computing Selection of Platforms and Services How Cloud and Traditional Systems Are Used Together Implications When Choosing Cloud Technologies

2. Impact of Modern Technologies

Changes to Modern Teams Managing Modern Teams Using Modern Technologies to Communicate How Modern Technologies Aid Inclusivity and Accessibility Impacts of Modern Technologies on Organisations Impacts of Modern Technologies on Individuals

1. Threats to Data

Why Systems are Attacked External Threats to Digital Systems and Data Security Internal Threats to Digital Systems and Data Security Impact of Security Breach

2. Prevention and Management of Threats to Data

User Access Restrictions Data Level Protection Finding Weaknesses and Improving System Security

3. Policy

Defining Responsibilities Defining Security Parameters Disaster Recovery Policy Actions to Take After an Attack